Shavonne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shavonne originates from the Irish name Siobhan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Siobhán and Shivon. The name is associated with traits of grace and creativity. It does not have a biblical background and gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Irish communities.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shavonne"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈvɒn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Shavonne is a variant of the name Siobhan, which derives from the Irish Gaelic name 'Siobhán', meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Siobhán, Shivon, Shavonne
Historical Usage
Shavonne gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially within Irish and Irish-American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Siobhan, Shivon, Shavon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shavonne is perceived as a unique and modern name with Irish roots, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shavonne Wright - American actress, Shavonne Morrison - American fashion designer
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 268 peak births in 1979
Geographic Spread
Popular across 24 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shavonne"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shavonne"
"Shavonne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7520th of 12526 | 41 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1535th of 19264 | 1,041 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1476th of 27321 | 1,580 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6848th of 35406 | 273 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22988th of 30306 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Shavonne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shavonne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.48% 1277th/2937 |
33.19% 1156th/3483 |
40.31% 1418th/3518 |
45.08% 1823rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.29% 1190th/3685 |
20.72% 927th/4475 |
34.73% 1804th/5194 |
33.91% 2142nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shavonne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shavonne" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shavonne" in the United States
The name Shavonne is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shavonne has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shavonne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7520th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1535th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1476th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6848th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22988th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shavonne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.